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Ahmedabad

Discover Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad (also called Amdavad) is Gujarat's largest city and is India’s UNESCO World Heritage City. Its original name was ‘Karnavati’ but was later changed and named after 15th century ruler Ahmad Shah I.

It is a city of contrasts between the bustling old quarter and the serenity of the Sabarmati Ashram (Gandhi’s former headquarters). In between is the new city on the west side of the river. The centuries-old architecture ranges from mosques and mausoleums to contemporary avant-garde design.

There’s a whole list of basic facilities In Ahmedabad that makes life for a tourist much easier. From high-quality hotels to friendly, family-run guest houses, banks, travel agents, tour operators, hospitals, pharmacies and attractions, everything you need is within easy reach. The city is also relatively safe, and the people are warm and welcoming, making this a real gem of a destination for the adventure traveller.

Things To Do

Bhadra Fort

There’s also Bhadra Fort, which once housed royal palaces and splendid gardens. It boasts the temple of Bhadrakali and was built in 1411 during the Maratha rule.

Sabarmati Ashram

Visit the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi’s non-violent movement for India's independence, including the historic Sabarmati Ashram. It remains the largest tourist attraction and lies on the tranquil stretch of the Sabarmati River.

Shopping

Ahmedabad has a reputation for its textile industries, so if you go shopping ask for the traditional hand embroidered and tie & dye clothes. Most roadside shops have them.

However, don’t leave the city without visiting the Silver Centre. Here you will find exquisite jewellery to suit all tastes. The range includes tribal, traditional and contemporary jewellery from various regions in India -- Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujerat, Tamil Nadu, and Kashmir. The prices are affordable and the quality of the goods reliable. The newly opened Alpha One Mall has plenty of shopping places, and you can stop by for a snack too.

Food And Drink

Gujeratis love their food so there are restaurants on every street in Ahmedabad. The locals are mainly vegetarians but with the influx of international and domestic food chains non-vegetarian cuisine has gained in popularity. The highpoint for food for tourists is the traditional ‘thali’. It consists of a range of salads, appetizers, snacks, breads, pulses, vegetable curries and sweets – all served in one big tray.

If you are the experimental type, try one of the road side stalls at Manekchawk or the Khau Galli in Law Garden area. Various stalls only open in the evening and stay open till late at night. Don’t forget to ask for local favourites like Paani - Puri (Gol Gappa), Indian Chat and Sandwiches. There’s even North Indian, Indo-Chinese and continental dishes on offer.

Things To Know

Visa Requirements

Foreign nationals wishing to travel to India are required to possess a valid passport of their country and a valid India visa. You can use e Tourist Visa for tourism, recreation, sight-seeing, casual visit to meet friends or relatives, short duration medical treatment or casual business visit.

You can get your India visa fast and simple without having to send your passport to the India Embassy.

Getting around

You have a choice of buses, autorickshaws and taxis.

The local city buses are run by Ahmedabad Municipal Transport Service (AMTS) since 1947. They spread over a wide network covering almost all the points of Ahmedabad. The relatively new Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS) is the best way to commute as it is faster

The other option is the iconic yellow and green three-wheeled machines simply known as rickshaws. These are cheaper than taxis and costlier than buses.

Due to international Laws, we will be unable to help you in case of issues with your passport or visa. So, kindly carry valid documents.

Our policies do not permit us to offer you any compensation if you are restricted from traveling.

Check-in counter for flights To/From Riyadh and Jeddah closes 1 hour before the scheduled time of departure.

Due to international Laws, we will be unable to help you in case of issues with your passport or visa. So, kindly carry valid documents.

Our policies do not permit us to offer you any compensation if you are restricted from traveling.

Check-in counter for flights To/From Riyadh and Jeddah closes 1 hour before the scheduled time of departure.

Due to international Laws, we will be unable to help you in case of issues with your passport or visa. So, kindly carry valid documents.

Our policies do not permit us to offer you any compensation if you are restricted from traveling.

Due to international Laws, we will be unable to help you in case of issues with your passport or visa. So, kindly carry valid documents.

Our policies do not permit us to offer you any compensation if you are restricted from traveling.

Check-in counter for flights To/From Riyadh and Jeddah closes 1 hour before the scheduled time of departure

Due to international Laws, we will be unable to help you in case of issues with your passport or visa. So, kindly carry valid documents.

Our policies do not permit us to offer you any compensation if you are restricted from traveling.

Due to international Laws, we will be unable to help you in case of issues with your passport or visa. So, kindly carry valid documents.

Our policies do not permit us to offer you any compensation if you are restricted from traveling.

Check-in counter for flights To/From Riyadh and Jeddah closes 1 hour before the scheduled time of departure.

Due to international Laws, we will be unable to help you in case of issues with your passport or visa. So, kindly carry valid documents.

Our policies do not permit us to offer you any compensation if you are restricted from traveling.

Visa to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for residents of Gulf CooperationCouncil (GCC)

Starting April 29, 2016. Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) residents(ie. non-citizens) traveling to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) no longer qualify for getting their visa on arrival.Instead, GCC residents who intend to travel to the UAE are now required to apply for their visa (now eVisa)online prior to their departure by following this link https://www.gdrfa.ae/GCCIND, and proceeding to the the category of "Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Residents"

Accompanying travelers (domestic workers) for GCC citizens are exempt from applying for an eVisaonline, for a limited time only. The GCC Residents sponsor must be traveling along with the traveler or they will not be approved.

Travelling GCC Residents will not be permitted to board an aircraft bound to the UAE if they do not provide their eVisa approval.

The 46 nationalities that are pre-approved for visas on arrival are exempt from applying for an eVisa online.

Non-GCC Spouses of GCC citizens are exempted from applying for an eVisa online, for a limited time only.

The GCC spouse must be traveling along with the traveler or they will not be approved.